1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (143 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. 1988 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Countach | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
